Paul Calvert spoke to Jacob Shaheen



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Jacob: People here in Bethlehem, they give me everything. There are people who pay for vote for me, by the messages and came to the hall to watch me. They gave me a push and they said to me to continue like this as we are always behind you.

Paul: So are you now the Justin Bieber of Bethlehem?

Jacob: Maybe (Ha-ha)

Paul: Has this changed your life in any way?

Jacob: My life has changed very much. When I enter the programme many people know me and many people love my voice and thanks God for everything they supported me step by step in the programme.

Paul: Where was it filmed?

Winning The Palestinian National Singing Competition 'New Star'

Jacob: In Bethlehem.

Paul: Do you have lots of screaming girls chasing you now that you have been on TV?

Jacob: Yes sure.

Paul: Do they give you gifts and presents?

Jacob: Yes, perfume and chocolate. When I was on the programme many girls call me on the phone.

Paul: After winning you became very well known, does your family keep you down to earth?

Jacob: Yes sure, that's a very important point because God gives us everything. I know I am famous, but I thank God for everything.

Paul: So do you want to be a role model for the younger generation?